The City of Odessa is committed to working in partnership with its citizens to maintain a well-kept and appealing community. Our property maintenance ordinances are intended to promote the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Odessa. This includes protecting neighborhoods against hazardous and deteriorating conditions that contribute to the degradation of property values. In addition to our City Ordinances, we adopted the 2012 International Property Maintenance Code in August of 2017. Through a cooperative effort, we can maintain property values and create a better quality of life within Odessa.

If you have a concern regarding abandoned vehicles, suspected code violations or yard maintenance please use the Cloudpermit Online Portal. You may also reach out to our Codes Enforcement Officer by calling 816-633-7575.

 To review the city ordinances and property maintenance codes, please click the links below:

Tree Maintenance Program

Why is a tree maintenance program important for Odessa?

It will help transition property maintenance from a reactive emergency to a proactive strategy. By scheduling regular tree inspections and pruning, residents can identify potential hazards like decay or weak limbs BEFORE they cause costly damage or pose a risk to property and neighbors. In addition, consistent care promotes the health and longevity of the trees, ensuring they remain a beautiful part of the Odessa community for years to come.

What are the primary responsibilities of residents in regards to trees on their property?

• Maintain clearances over streets and walkways.
• Eliminate dead, dying, or diseased tree limbs.
• Remove dead or diseased trees.

What are the benefits of a tree maintenance program?

Safety Hazards - Dead branches/trees have the potential to fall causing damage and/or injuriy.

Fire Hazards - Dead trees tend to dry out and be more likely to catch fire in dry conditions.

Pest Infestation - Dying/dead trees attract termites, carpenter ants, and beetles that may migrate to your home.

Property Value and Liability - Dying/dead trees are unsightly and reduce curb appeal and home value and increase the possibility of damaging other's property.

Disease Spread - Removing a diseased tree can save the entire neighborhood's canopy.

Structural Integrity - Trimming dead branches strengthen the overall integrity of the tree by promoting health growth.

Air Flow and Shade - Health, leafy trees can provide significant shade, reducing local heat zones and lowering cooling bills.

Aesthetics - Trimming trees maintain their natural beauty, help control size, and improve curb appeal.

Easier Storm Damage Clean Up - Trimming dead limbs can decrease clean up time/effort spent after a damaging storm.

Odessa has always been a place where hard work, steady values, and genuine community spirit set the foundation. We’re proud of where we come from, and we’re just as focused on where we’re headed.

Whether you’re building, expanding, or exploring new opportunities, Odessa is ready to work with you. Our team is committed to clear communication, practical support, and a development process that respects your time and investment. We appreciate every partner who chooses to grow with us, and we’re serious about helping you succeed.

Let’s move forward—building on what’s proven, and creating what’s next.

Contact our Development Team:

        
Shawna Davis, City Administrator 

shawna.davis@cityofodessamo.com

Cathy Thompson, Finance Director 

cathy.thompson@cityofodessamo.com

Jenny Neel, Community Development Coordinator

jenny.neel@cityofodessamo.com

The Finance Department is responsible for managing the fiscal affairs of the city and for providing total accountability to management, elected officials, and citizens for all City resources.

Finance Services:

• Assists the Odessa Board of Alderman, City Administrator and staff with management of finance resources and functions

• Management of Accounts Payable, annual budgeting, Capital Improvement Plan, debt financing, cash management, investments, and banking relations

• Monitor and track the financial condition of City Operations through accurate and timely accounting and financial reporting

Cathy Thompson, Finance Director        Tracey Walsh, Accounts Payable Clerk / Collector

The City of Odessa provides electric, water, sewer, and trash services.

The payment process is easy with multiple ways to pay your utility bill! You can pay online by clicking the link below. Choose how you want to pay: 

• Quick Pay
• AutoPay
• E-Check
• Schedule Payments 
• Text / Call to Pay 888-291-1842

NOTE: E-checks will have a $1.95 fee applied.   

A 3.5% convenience fee will be applied to all electronic and card payments, including in-person, online, and auto-pay. 

Cash or checks in person, and a 24/7 drive-thru drop box located behind City Hall is also available.

Visit the link below to set up an account. There you can view billing details, manage single & multi-accounts, pay multiple bills, and enroll in e-billing and notifications. 

Emergency After-Hours Calls

Water Emergencies (water or sewer leaks)

• 816-633-4662

Electric Emergencies (power outages or downed poles)

• 816-633-5521

After regular business hours, calls will be routed to our call center. Please be prepared to provide your address and as many details as possible about the situation (similar to calling 911). 

This information will be immediately relayed to our crews so they can respond quickly.  

Find out ways to take steps each day to save water and protect the environment. 

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